TerraKing 45-0582 Manual Del Propietário página 5

CHECKING MACHINE GROUND SPEED
1. Check ground speed in an open area.
2. Measure a test area that is 30.5 m (100 ft) in length.
3. Operate machine at a low speed and drive the machine the test
distance. Record the time needed to travel that distance.
4. Make three passes, recording the time for each pass. The average
time should be 23 seconds to achieve the recommended operating
speed range.
5. The recommended operating speed is 4.8 km/h (3 mph). At this
speed, the average time traveling the test distance should be 23
seconds.
6. Adjust accordingly to achieve recommended speed range.
GENERAL SPRAYING INFORMATION
The 45 Gallon Sprayer operates at a fixed pressure of 620 kPa
(90 psi).This yields 29 minutes of spraying time using the spray
boom or 68 minutes of spraying time using the sprayer wand. When
operating the spray boom, plan on driving about 4.8 km/h (3.0 mph)
or 80 m/min. (264 fpm). That provides 7063 m
coverage per tank. Plan on about 10 percent overlap, so put enough
chemical in the tank for 6363 m
ADJUSTING TIP SPRAY PATTERN
1. Check spray tips:
• Center spray tip should be aligned with boom, and spray
straight back from boom.
• Outer two spray tips should be angled out 30 degrees, as
shown.
2. If necessary, loosen spray tip cap nut. Align spray tip and tighten
cap nut.
3. Test spray pattern with water on driveway or sidewalk, and adjust
as necessary. There should be some spray overlap between each
tip and the spray patterns should be consistent.
SELECTING SPRAY WAND OR BOOM NOZZLES
• To use spray wand: Turn boom valve so that it is perpendicular with
hose. You can now use the spray wand for spraying.
• To use sprayer boom: Turn boom valve so that it is perpendicular
with hose. Turn pump on and operate spray wand to remove all
air from hose. After spray wand sprays liquid, turn pump off. Turn
boom valve so that it is parallel with hose. You can now use the
boom nozzles for spraying.
USING SPRAY WAND
NOTE: Spray wand should only be used when operator is seated.
1. Turn boom valve so that it is perpendicular with hose.
2. Squeeze handle to spray.
3. Push lock forward to lock handle in the on position.
NOTE: Removal of nozzle allows for quick cleaning or rinsing of
sprayer tank.
4. Adjust nozzle:
• Nozzle Angle - Loosen locknut. Turn nozzle as desired and
tighten locknut.
• Nozzle Spray Pattern - To change the spray pattern, tighten or
loosen nozzle as desired.
(76,032 sq ft) of spray
2
(68.500 sq ft) of spray coverage.
2
USING THE BOOM SPRAYER
1. Determine the application rate (gallons per 1,000 sq. feet) based on
the chemical manufacturers recommendations.
2. Estimate the size of the area to be sprayed and the amount of
solution that will be needed. This can help avoid unneeded solution
left in the tank.
3. Refer to the application chart below to help determine the speed
required to achieve the manufacturers recommended application
rate.
4. Use plain water to set the correct boom spraying pressure. Turn
the boom valve to the ON position. If misting occurs, gradually start
closing the valve until misting stops.
5. Add the chemical solution to the tank, following the manufacturers
recommendations.
20 in.
51 cm
6. Begin spraying, making each pass so that the spray pattern slightly
overlaps the spray pattern from the previous pass.
7. Stay clear of flowers, shrubs, and evergreen trees when spraying to
prevent contact of the solution with these sensitive plants.
APPLICATION CHART
Sprayer Tip Size
45 Gallon TF-VP3
Sprayer
2 mph
45 Gallon 1.8
MAINTENANCE
AFTER EACH USE
1. Fill the tank part way with water and pump the water out through
the boom assembly and the spray gun. Use the spray gun to wash
the inside of the tank.
2. Refill the tank about half full with water and a chemical neutralizer
solution and repeat the cleaning instructions above. Follow the
manufacturers instructions for disposal of all chemicals.
AS NEEDED
1. Periodically clean the tank strainer on the end of the intake hose.
Remove the nylon swivel nut from the hose, pull out the screen,
and flush it with water.
2. Periodically clean the strainers in the boom nozzles. Remove the
nozzle, pull out the screen, and flush it with water.
WINTER STORAGE
1. Drain all water out of the sprayer, especially the pump and spray
gun. These items are prone to damage from freezing temperatures.
2. Winterize the sprayer by pumping a 50-50 solution of water and
R.V. antifreeze through the boom assembly and the spray gun.
5
67 in.
170 cm
PSI GMP One Nozzle
30 0.52
Gallons per 1000 Sq. Ft.
3 mph 4 mph 5 mph
1.2 0.88 0.71
24 in.
61 cm
6 mph
0.59